ACCIAVATTI, ELSIE N., of Scarsdale, on Feb. 13, 2008.  Wife of the late Marino Acciavatti.  Mother of Brian D. Acciavatti and Arlene Magnotta.  Grandmother of 6, great grandmother of 8.  Sister of Alfred Milano.  Longtime member of the American Legion Women’s Auxiliary of the Leroy Gregory Post, Eastchester and the Bronxville and Eastchester Women’s Club, as well as being active with the New York State 10th Mountain Division. Calling hours at the Fred H. McGrath & Son funeral Home, Bronxville, between the hours of 4 to 8 pm Friday. Funeral service will be at the funeral home on Saturday Feb. 16 at 10 AM.

AHLERT, JUNE; of Tuckahoe. Formerly of Manhattan, on May 28, 2008.  Wife of the late Richard.  Mother of Gary, Arnold, Amy, Eve, Lucy and Ronald.  Grandmother of Noel, Nicholas, John, Veronica, Juliet and Isabelle.  Sister of Bernard Tasfey. Calling hours at the Fred H. McGrath & Son Funeral Home, Bronxville, NY between the hours of 2 to 4  and 6 to 8 PM Friday. Mass of Christian Burial Sts. Peter & Paul Church, Fleetwood on Saturday May 31 at 10 AM.

ALBERT, STEPHEN, “ QUIET "., of Tuckahoe, on  July 21, 2008.  Son of Ann and Peter Albert. Brother of Daniel. Beloved Grandson of Thomas McPhillips and Irmgard Albert. Beloved  nephew of Mary and Tom Mitchell and Karl Albert and friend to many. Calling hours at the Fred H. McGrath & Son funeral home, Bronxville, Between the hours of 5 to 9 pm Friday. Mass of Christian Burial at St. Joseph’s Church Bronxville on Saturday July 26 at 10 AM. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to St. Jude’s Children Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105 or Habitat for Humanities 527 Main St.  New Rochelle, NY 10801

ALIA JEANNE, of Yonkers, NY on August 30, 2008. Loving wife of the late Salvatore. Beloved mother of Devon and Gina. Devoted grandmother of Tyler and Gabriel. She is also survived by her sisters Arlene Moore and Anita Baker. Her loves were music, traveling and friends. Memorial calling hours at The Fred H. McGrath & Son Funeral Home Bronxville between the hours of 2-4 & 7-9 Tuesday. Graveside service Wednesday September 3 at Gate of Heaven Cemetery at 10:30 AM. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society

ANNUNZIATA, IMACULATE (MAE); of Scarsdale, died peacefully at Lawrence Hospital on Feb. 19, 2008. Wife of the late George G. Annunziata, sister of Mary Rydzeski and the late Gus, John, twin brother Ernest Varrichio and Theresa Kuntch. Also surviving are many nieces and nephews and several sisters in law, all who loved her deeply and with whom she had a very caring and close relationship. Calling hours at the Fred H. McGrath & Son Funeral Home, Bronxville, between the hours of 4 to 8 pm Thursday. Mass of Christian Burial Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, Scarsdale on Friday February 22 at 10 AM.

APICELLA, GERTRUDE; of Yonkers on April 3, 2008. Wife of the late Frank Apicella, Mother of Dennis (Nancy), Rick (Lillian), Susan (Neil) Gargiulo, Grandmother of Karen, Robert, Katie, Kimberly, Kerri and Daniel. Calling hours at the Fred H. McGrath & Son Funeral Home, Bronxville, from 2-5 and 7-9pm Sunday. Mass of Christian burial St’s Peter and Paul Church, Fleetwood on Monday April 7 at 10am

BACHETY, CATHERINE T. (Kaye); of Bronxville, on April 9, 2008.  Beloved wife of the late James J. Bachety.  Dear mother of Jeanne M. (Joe) Higgins and Thomas J. (Cathy) Bachety.  Loving grandmother of Brian, Christine and Danny Higgins, Cristen, Lauren and Alison Bachety.  Great grandmother of Hailey.  Member of the Bronxville Senior Citizens.  Mrs. Bachety was a member of the Telephone Pioneers, of the New York Telephone Co.  Calling hours at the Fred H. McGrath & Son Funeral Home, Bronxville, NY between the hours of 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 PM  Friday.  Mass of Christian Burial St Joseph’s Church, Bronxville on Saturday April 12th at 10 AM.  Interment Gate of Heaven Cemetery.  In Lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society.

BARBER, DORA, M. Formerly of Huntington, LI, on August 20, 2008.  Wife of the late John.  Mother of Jill Segarra, Michael and John Barber.  Retired teacher from the Copaigue Schools.  Memorial callings at the Fred H. McGrath & Son, Inc. Funeral Home, Bronxville, Between the hours of 1 to 2 pm Sunday September 7.  Memorial Service at 2 PM.

BARNA, AGNES MIHOK, a resident of the Osborn Retirement Community, in Rye, past away peacefully on Oct. 11, at the age of 94.  Born in Yonkers, NY, she was a proud and happy resident of Bryn Mawr Knowlls for 45 years.  Agnes was a graduate of Commerce High School and a parishioner of the Most Holy Trinity Church, in Yonkers.  She  was predeceased in August 1990 by her beloved husband George and in April  1994 by her dearest daughter Francine Haggerty.  Agnes is survived by her devoted daughter Georgine B. Hoar, her sons-in-law, Leo J. Hoar, Jr., William P. Haggerty and her three adoring grandchildren, Leo J., (“Buddy”) Hoar III, Jennifer Lee Hoar and Peter D. Haggerty.  Agnes Barna was a Vice President of The Wanamaker Millrose Athletic Association, a historic track and field enterprise of the John Wanamaker Company for more then 30 years.   She took great pride and joy in the preparation and management of the annual indoor Millrose Games competitions each winter in Madison Square Garden.  Her great zest for life, independent spirit, many interest’s and abiding love for family and friends will always be remembered.   Agnes’ family want to express their heart felt gratitude and deep appreciation to all the medical and residential staff at The Osborn for their extraordinary care and loving friendship of a dear mother and grandmother.  A wake will be held at the Fred H. McGrath & Son  funeral home in Bronxville, NY on Wednesday Oct. 15 from 6 to 9 PM.  Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Joseph’s Church, in Bronxville  on Thursday Oct. 16 at 11 AM.  Entombment will follow at The Ferncliff Cemetery in Hartsdale, NY.

BEHAN, ANNE M. of Bronxville on Feb 22, 2008. Wife of Albert S. Behan, Mother of Brian and Suzanne, Grandmother of Martha, Victoria, Thomas and Andrew. Sister of Irene Quinn. Second grade teacher at St. Brendan’s School, Bronx, for 20 years. Calling hours at the Fred H. McGrath and Son Funeral Home, 7-9pm Saturday, 2-4 and 7-9pm Sunday. Mass of Christian Burial St. Joseph’s Church, Bronxville, on Monday, Feb 25 at 10am.

BISCHELl, JEROME R. M.D.; of Bronxville formerly of Waukesha Wisconsin. Father of Mary E. Kowarick, father in law of Frederico Kowarick, grandfather of Berent, Peter and Felix. Mass and internment in Dousman, Wisconsin

BOTTARI, GERTRUDE E.; of Bronxville on February 10, 2008. Wife of the late Anthony, mother of Trudi Bottari and Barbara Wilson, grandmother of Toni Oliver and Wendi Compton. Calling hours at the Fred H. McGrath & Son Funeral Home between the hours of 4-8 pm Wednesday. Service Christ Church, Bronxville on Thursday February 14 at 11AM

CANADAY- Katherine Monroe, of Bronxville, NY, died at the home, October 4, 2008, after her second battle against cancer. She was 72 years young.  Kathy was born in Belmont, MA on October 6, 1935 to Henry Miles and Eleanor Shea O’Bryan.  She was a graduate of Smith College where she earned a BA and continued on to Yale University where she completed her Masters in Teaching.  She is survived by her three children, Jennifer, Ed and Melissa, daughter-in-law Mary, son-in-law Patrick and soon to be son-in-law Rick, grandchildren Seth, Zoe, Shea, Allie, Reilly and Julia, brother Henry, sisters Elly and Sarah and admirer, Peter.  She was an active member of the Smith College Alumnae Association, a docent at the New York Botanical Gardens, ESL Tutor, volunteer at the Bedford Hills Correctional Center, member of the Bronxville Board of Education from 1979-1982, a Brownie and Girl Scout Leader and the Bronxville representative for the Westchester Girl Scout Council. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to Smith College of Northampton, MA and Jansen Hospice and Palliative Care of Tuckahoe, NY.  A memorial service will be held at 3:00pm on October 6, 2008 at the Reformed Church, Bronxville, NY.

CASSON, CAROL M., of Bronxville on Nov. 7, 2007.  Surviving are 2 sisters and several grand nieces and nephews.  Calling hours at the Fred H. McGrath & Son Funeral Home, Bronxville, between the hours of 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 PM Thursday.  Mass of Christian Burial St. Joseph’s Church, Bronxville, on Friday Nov. 9 at 10 AM.

CHAPYAK, CATHERINE L.; of Buchanan on April 24, 2008. Devoted wife of the late John J., Jr. Beloved mother of Carole Ann Chapyak, Mary Pernicone (Carl), and Jacqueline Rowland (William), dear grandmother of Christina Catherine and Caroline Grace Rowland, loving sister of Joseph, Carmella and Rose and the late Frank, Mary and Antoinette Colombo. Mrs. Chapyak was a 1948 graduate of Evander Childs High School, Bronx. On May 3, 1952 she married John at St. Anthony’s Church, Bronx. After briefly residing in Yonkers they established their residence in John’s home town of Buchanan. She was a devoted Catholic who found her greatest pleasure in her family and her home and was admired by all who knew her. Calling hours at the Fred H. McGrath & Son Funeral Home, Bronxville, NY between the hours of 2 to 6 PM Sunday and 4 to 8 PM Monday. Mass of Christian Burial St. Christopher’s Church, Buchanan on Tuesday April 29th at 11 AM.  In Lieu of flowers contributions may be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital, Memphis, Tenn

Clarke, Bernadette, of Raleigh, NC, formerly of Yonkers, NY passed away on Friday, July 25, 2008. She was 87. She was born in the Bronx, NY on December 29, 1920 to Bernard and Clara Lynch. Bernadette married Edward Clarke on September 25, 1943. Bernadette is survived by her loving family: son Edward and his spouse Maggie, grandchildren Michelle and Rebecca, son Bernard and his spouse Pat, and grandchildren Edward and Sean, and son Peter and spouse Karen and grandchildren Braden, Taegan and Risten. Bernadette loved reading, the beach and spending time with her family. Friends may call on Monday, July 28, 2008 7:00 - 9:00 pm at the Fred McGrath Funeral Home in Bronxville, NY. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Tuesday, July 29 at 10:00 am St. Joseph's Church in Bronxville, NY. Interment will be in the Gate of Heaven Cemetery, in Hawthorne, NY.  In lieu of flowers contributions may be made in her memory to either The NYPD Widows and Orphans Fund, c/o NYPD PBA, 40 Fulton Street, NY, NY 10001 or Duke Homecare & Hospice, 4321 Medical Park Drive Suite 101 Durham, NC 27704 or to make a secure, on-line gift please visit https://www.gifts.duke.edu/daa . You will be re-directed to the Duke Medicine Development & Alumni Affairs website. Duke HomeCare & Hospice will be found under the heading “Duke University Medical Center Non-Annual Fund Designations.

COLEY- Esther Gussaroff 97, beloved wife of the late Mortimer Coley, stepmother of Dorothy Coley and grandmother of Lara Antonucci. Esther was the youngest of six children of Jenny and Hillel Gussaroff. A role model for three generations of nieces and nephews, she will always be remembered for her kindness, zest for life, love of ice dancing and piano. Burial service 11:30 AM Thursday April 10, Mt. Hope Cemetery (914-478-1855).

COTTRELL MARY LEE , a resident of Mount Vernon, NY for 50 years, passed away on Sunday, May 18, 2008 at Calvary Hospital in the Bronx. She was 90 years old and died of complications from emphysema. Mrs. Cottrell was born on January 16, 1918 in Rock Hill, South Carolina to devoted parents Ebenezer and Beulah Gettys. She earned a Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology from Winthrop College in Rock Hill, SC and worked as a medical technologist in Washington, D.C., Asheville and Durham, North Carolina before marrying and becoming a full-time homemaker. She will be remembered for her gregarious personality, quick mind, deep faith, love of her family and its ancestry, as well as her considerable talents in sewing, knitting, crocheting, baking and gardening. An "old soul" and true citizen-of-the-world, her like will not soon be seen again, and we are the poorer for her passing. She truly will be missed by her adoring family and dear friends, many of a lifetime's duration. She is survived by her devoted husband of 52 years, Peter R. Cottrell, two loving sons, Robert and Bruce Cottrell, Robert's wife and loving daughter in law Kimberly and three loving grandsons, Justin, Zachary and Alex Cottrell. Her beloved younger brother, C. Spencer Gettys, who saw action during World War II in the Battle of the Bulge, died earlier this year. Friends are invited to attend a Memorial Service on Saturday, May 31 at 1 PM at the Reformed Church in Bronxville, where she was a longtime member. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made in her memory to the Glaucoma Research Foundation or the Arthritis Foundation.

CUMMARO, NICHOLAS, 90, of Yonkers on Feb 5, 2008.  Husband of the late Helen Maher Cummaro and the late Lorrainne Beja Cummaro. Nick was the last of the original Cummaro family that immigrated to America from Italy in the late 1800s. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army, Air Force during WWII serving in the Asian-Pacific theatre. Nick was an active member of the VFW, volunteered his time in various capacities and was a popular fixture in the community. He is survived by his three children,  Richard, Christopher, and Janet, and four grandchildren. Calling hours at the Fred H. McGrath & Son Funeral Home between the hours of 2-4 and 7-9 pm Thursday.  Mass of Christian burial at the Immaculate Conception Church, Tuckahoe, on Friday Feb 8, at 9:30am.

DEMARTINO, DR. ANTHONY G. passed away peacefully on January 7, 2008 at the age of 76. He courageously battled bile duct cancer for two years. He is survived by his wife of 43 years, Marlene; his children, Anthony and Laura; his daughter-in-law, Catherine and his grandchildren, Emma and Andrew. A first generation Italian-American, Dr. DeMartino was born on October 7, 1931 in the Bronx to Agostino and Vincenzina DeMartino. At a young age he decided to become a physician after watching his father suffer from leukemia. He worked to pay his way through school from the age of 13. He graduated from Iona College, cum laude, in 1953 and earned his M.D. from SUNY College of Medicine at New York City, Downstate in 1957. He conducted his post graduate training at the Kings County Hospital Medical Center and in the Cardiopulmonary Laboratory at Cornell University Medical College, NY Hospital. Dr, DeMartino also served as a Captain in the US Army Medical Corps. Dr. DeMartino maintained a private practice specializing in Internal Medicine and Cardiology. He was appointed to numerous hospital and academic positions and medical boards, most notably at Lawrence Hospital in Bronxville, NY and Our Lady of Mercy (formerly Misericordia Hospital) in the Bronx, NY. He was also proud to serve as an Honorary police Surgeon for the NYC Police Department for nearly 30 years. Dr. DeMartino cherished his family and friends. He was an avid photographer, first-rate cook, and an enthusiastic electronics guru. He will be missed by all whose lives he touched. Calling hours at he Fred H. McGrath & Son, Funeral Home, Bronxville between the hours of 2-4 and 7-9 PM Thursday and Friday. Mass of Christian Burial at St. Joseph’s Church, Bronxville on Saturday January 12 at 10 AM. Interment to follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be sent to either the Johns Hopkins University-Biliary Cancer Research, Weinberg/Room 2242, 401 Broadway, Baltimore, MD 21231-2410 or to Jansen Hospice and Palliative Care, 69 Main St., Tuckahoe, NY 10707.

Dingler, Elizabeth Ahus; died peacefully at home on Wednesday July2, 2008, surrounded by her family.  Elizabeth was born in the Bronx to John and Rose Ahus and lovingly raised by her step-mother Catherine.  Elizabeth married Alfred Dingler, who predeceased her in 1991.  She was a longtime resident of Mt. Vernon, NY.  Elizabeth was a longtime parishioner at Untied Lutheran Church in Mt., Vernon.  She is survived by her four children Elizabeth Wilde of Tarrytown, Ronald Dingler of Putnam Valley, Carol and Barbara Dingler of Mt. Vernon, and two grandchildren, Christopher and Matthew Dingler of Putnam Valley.  She is survived by her son-in-law Peter Wilde and daughter-in-law Vicki Dingler.  She will be deeply missed by her family and all who knew and loved her.  The family would like to thank the physicians and staff at Stanford Hospital in Stanford, Ct. for their compassion and care during her hospital; stays.  Family will receive friends at The Fred H. McGrath & Son, funeral home in Bronxville on Saturday, July 5th from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 PM and on Sunday, July 6, 2 to 5 PM.  A funeral service will be on Monday at  the Wartburg Chapel, 500 Bradley Ave., Mt. Vernon at 10 AM.  Interment at Mt. Hope cemetery.  Donations may be made to The United Lutheran Church.

DITOLLA, MARION R., of New York City, on Nov. 2, 2007.  Wife of the  late Edward M. Ditolla, MD.  Mother of Elizabeth, Patricia, Mary Ann Glendon, Edward and Robert.  Grandmother of Michael, Kathryn, Christina, Nicole, Edward and Rachel.  Calling hours at the Fred H. McGrath & Son, funeral home, Bronxville, between the hours of 2 to 6 PM Sunday.  Mass of Christian Burial at St. Joseph’s Church, Bronxville on Monday Nov. 5 at 11 AM.  In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to Notre Dame High School, NYC or the Loyola School, NYC

DOONER, PETER, M.; of Mt. Vernon,  on April 7, 2008.  Son of the late Patrick and Nora Dooner, Beloved brother of Thomas, the late William and John Dooner and the late Catherine Sposato.  Dear brother-in-law of Charles Sposato and Jean Dooner.  Devoted uncle of Charles Sposato, III, Nora Slowey, Peter Sposato, Jane Ciancio , Janice Dooner Lynch, Patrick Sposato and William Sposato.  Fond Great Uncle of 24 Great Nieces and Nephews.  Peter was a daily communicant at Sts. Peter & Paul Church.  He was also a WWII Veteran with the US Army Air Corps. Calling hours at the Fred H. McGrath & Son Funeral Home, Bronxville, NY between the hours of 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 PM  Thursday.  Mass of Christian Burial Sts. Peter and Paul Church, Fleetwood, on Friday April 11, at 10 AM.

Ellinghaus, Erlaine Dietrich , 85, of Bronxville, NY, died peacefully July 8, 2008, surrounded by her husband and their children and spouses.  She was born on June 25, 1923, in Baltimore, MD, to Elaine Anacker and Earl Dietrich.  She was educated in Baltimore, MD, and graduated from Forest Park High School.  After graduation she planned to join the Ted Shawn Ballet Troop until her grandmother advised her to “Marry Buddy”.  She took her grandmother’s advice and married William “Buddy” Ellinghaus on May 31, 1942. They just recently celebrated their 66th wedding anniversary.      As a former ballerina and lover of the opera, Erlaine will always be remembered for her artistic appreciation and accomplishments.  While raising eight children, she also graciously and lovingly supported her husband in his many endeavors, among which included President of New York Telephone Company, President of AT&T, Chairman of the Board of Channel 13, and many civic duties involving New York City.      In addition to her beloved husband, she is survived by their 8 children, 26 grandchildren, and 9 great grandchildren.        Visiting hours are Friday 2-4 and 7-9 pm at Fred H. McGrath and Son Funeral Home. Funeral Mass Saturday 10 am at St. Joseph Church.  Interment Gate of Heaven

EMBSWEILER, CHARLES (Ducky), Formerly of the Bronx , residing in Bronxville on May 16, 2008. Husband of the late Ann. Father of Jean and the late Catherine. Grandfather of 5. Also surviving are many nieces and nephews. Calling hours at the Fred H. McGrath & Son, funeral home, Bronxville, between the hours of 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 PM Monday. Mass of Christian Burial, St. Joseph’s Church, Bronxville on Tuesday May 20 at 10 AM

Enright, Joseph M., of Bronxville, on August 15, 2008.  Husband of the late Joan K. Enright.  Father of Kerry Ellen Enright and Kelly Enright Schmelter.  Grandfather of Keith Patrick and Emily Brooke Schmelter.  Calling hours at the Fred H. McGrath & Son, Inc. funeral home, Bronxville, Between the hours of 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 PM Monday.  Mass of Christian Burial St. Joseph’s Church, Bronxville on Tuesday Aug. 19 at 10 AM.  In Lieu of flowers contributions may be made the charity of ones choice.

ERB, LEONORE LIDDELL of Bronxville on Feb.23,2008. Wife of the late Ralph, brother of the late Robert A. Liddell. Aunt of Robert J. (Kathleen) Liddell. Sister in law of Joan Liddell. Also surviving are grand and great-grand nieces and nephews. Calling hours at the Fred H. McGrath & Son Funeral Home, Bronxville, between the hours of 2-4 and 7-9pm Tuesday. Mass of Christian Burial, St. Joseph’s Church, Bronxville, on Weds. Feb. 27 at 10 AM.

FABRIZI, NELLO, SR., Age 72, perished on January 29, 2008 following a courageous battle with colin cancer.  He was a much-loved and respected figure to all who knew him.  He was born on April 19, 1936 in Anagni, Italy to the late Joseph & Emilia Fabrizi.  Nello Fabrizi was perhaps best-known for his woodworking shop in Pelham, NY.  A place he spent endless hours enjoying his love of woodworking.  Beloved husband of Maria Fabrizi for 45 years who survived.  Together, they experienced the changing scenes of life in the joyous and fruitful companionship that was entrusted to them at their union of marriage.  Devoted father of Joseph Fabrizi, Nello Fabrizi Jr. and wife Linda, Judith Ann Raneri and her husband Frank and Vincent Fabrizi and wife Annette; cherished grandfather of Nello III, Teresa, Tina, Frank Joseph, Isabella, Eliana Marie, Nicolas Jonathan and Vincent Luciano; and dear Brother of Antonio Fabrizi.  Visitation will be held at the Fred H. McGrath and Son Funeral Home, 20 Cedar St.. Bronxville, Thursday and Friday from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 PM.  Mass of Christian Burial St. Joseph’s Church, Bronxville on Saturday, February 2 at 10 AM followed by his entombment at Ferncliff Cemetery.

FAIRSTEIN, ALICE ATWELL; of Mount Vernon, New York, known also as Bobbie, died on July 3, 2008. Born April 17, 1920 to James and Ida Atwell, she was a 1941 graduate of the Mount Vernon Hospital School of Nursing and served as a U.S. Navy nurse during WWII. In 1943 she married her beloved husband, the late Samuel Johnson Fairstein, a Fellow of the American College of Anesthesiology and Chief of Anesthesiology at Mount Vernon Hospital from 1957 to 1984. In 1965, Alice joined the staff of Louise Wise Services of Manhattan, where she was a supervising pediatric nurse, participating in the care of thousands of infants and children until the agency closed in 2004. In 1976, she received her B.A. degree from the College of New Rochelle. She will be remembered for her skilled nursing care and compassion, her wise council to friends of all ages, and the great spirit of joy with which she lived her very full life. Alice loved being a wife, mother and grandmother above all else. She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Guy and Marisa Fairstein of White Plains, her daughter and son-in-law, Linda Fairstein and Justin Feldman of Manhattan, grandchildren Lisa and Marc Fairstein, surrogate son David Braunstein, nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews and scores of devoted friends.

FLEMING, REV. JOHN F.; former Pastor of St. Stanislaus, Pleasant Valley, NY and of the Cardinal O’Connor’s Residence, on May 28, 2008. Son of the late Michael and Elizabeth Fleming, brother of Mary Neylon, Thomas M. Fleming and the late Brother Aelred Leo, F.S.C. Calling hours at the Fred H. McGrath & Son Funeral Home, Bronxville between the hours of 7 to 9 PM Thursday, 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 pm Friday. Mass of Christian Burial St. Joseph’s Church Bronxville on Saturday May 31 at 10 AM.

FLYNN, ALICE M. Formerly of Centereach, LI, peacefully on Jan 28, 2008. Wife of the late Edward J. Flynn.  Mother of Diane Hackett, Mary (Mike) Farrell, Kerry (Kevin) Berry, Kathleen (Tom) O’Toole, Edward (Kelly) Flynn, Grandmother of sixteen, sister of George W. Connors.  Calling hours at the Fred H. McGrath & Son Funeral Home between the hours of 2-4 and 7-9pm Tuesday. Mass of Christian burial St. Joseph’s Church Bronxville on Wednesday, January 30 at 10AM. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, 785 Mamaroneck Ave. White Plains, NY  10605

FOLEY AGNES E. Visitation; 2-6 PM Sunday Mass of Christian Burial: St. Barnabas Church, Bronx 9:45 AM Monday

FREY, RUTH 86, of Eastchester, died peacefully on Thursday at Lawrence Medical Center. She was born on October 4, 1921 in the Bronx and was raised in Crestwood. After graduating from NYU she taught for the next few years at Greenburg School in White Plains. In 1947 she began working for Standard Oil Company in New York City where she worked for 36 years, retiring in 1983. Her hobbies included cooking and playing the piano. On holidays she would not only cook a delicious meal for her family but also entertain them with music. She volunteered for various charities and was a member of the Immaculate Conception Church.  She is survived by her cousins Joseph, Ken, Doug and Sue Glassmacher who will miss her kindness, witty sense of humor, and delicious cooking. Calling hours at the Fred H. McGrath & Son, Inc. between the hours of 2-4 and 7-9PM on Tuesday. Mass of Christian Burial at Immaculate Conception Church, Tuckahoe on Wednesday Oct. 31 at 9:30 AM. Burial will follow at Gate of Haven Cemetery in Valhalla.

Fuller, William D. (Dan), age 89, longtime resident of Bronxville, NY, died on June 23, 2008.  He was born and raised in St. Louis, MO.  He received a Bachelor of Science Degree in accounting from St. Louis University, Magna Cum Laude.  After graduation, he volunteered to serve his country in World War II and joined the Navy, being stationed in the South Pacific.  He was Honorably Discharged a Captain of an LCT with the rank of Lieutenant (jg).  Dan Married Marie Brady, of Bethlehem, PA, at St. Anne’s Catholic Church in Bethlehem in 1950.  The couple lived St. Louis where he was already employed by IBM.  In 1957, they moved to Bronxville where Dan went on to urn his Masters Degree in Business from New York University, while continuing his employment with IBM for a total of 35 years in various capacities including Field Sales, Branch Sales Management and Headquarters Management.  Locally, Dan was an active member of St. Joseph’s Men’s Club, and was a lector at St. Joseph’s Church for many years.  He served 2 years as President of the Father’s Club and then 5 years as Chairman of the Board for School of the Holy Child in Rye, NY.  He also was in several theatre productions while living in St. Louis and continued that interest for the Bronxville Women’s Club in his role as David Larrabee, in the show, Sabrina.  In recent years, he has been an active member of the Bronxville Seniors Club where he took part in many group activities, presentations and delivered several talks and lectures.  For over 10 years, he volunteered his time doing tax returns for senior citizens in the area.  He is predeceased by his wife of over 55 years, Marie.  He is survived by 2 daughters, Mary McGrath and husband Michael of Ridgefield, CT.,  and Anne Marie MacDonald and husband Michael of Chicago, IL.  He is also survived by 3 grandsons Kevin, Brian and Timothy, as well as 2 nephews and 1 niece.  One brother had predeceased him.  Calling hours at the Fred H. McGrath and Son, funeral home, Bronxville, between the hours of 3 to 7 PM, Wednesday.  Mass of Christian Burial St. Joseph’s Church,  Bronxville on Thursday, June 26 at 11 AM. Interment to follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery.

FUREY Andrew T. MD, retired surgeon died peacefully at home in Bronxville, NY, June 21st. He will be sorely missed for his charm, humor, intelligence and deep kindness. Beloved by his wife Anne, daughters Andrea, Neysa, Abigail and Jessica, son-in-laws, 7 grandchildren, nephew Robert and a lifetime of dear friends and relatives. Calling hours at McGrath & Son Funeral Home, Bronxville between the hours of 2 to 4 and 7 to 9PM Tuesday. Mass of Christian Burial St. Joseph's Church, Bronxville, Wednesday June 25 at 10 am.

GARVEY, BEATRICE V. of the Bronx on Feb 9, 2008. Beloved wife of the late Thomas D. Garvey.  Dear mother of Geraldine Mary Schulte, of Yardley, PA and Patricia Ann Lioi, of Eastchester, NY and Thomas Daniel Garvey, of Old Bridge, NJ.  Loving grandmother of Kristen and Michael Schulte , Justin Lioi and Thomas and Anthony Garvey.  Calling hours at the Fred H. McGrath & Son Funeral Home between the hours of 2-4 and 7-9 pm Tuesday. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Joseph’s Church, Bronxville, on Wednesday Feb. 12 at 10:00am.  Interment to follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery.

Gilmartin, Thomas Leddy; age 44, of the Bronx on May 25, 2008. Son of Ann and the late Thomas, beloved brother of Maureen Pesce, Ann DeMarco, Ellen Befi and Brian Gilmartin, beloved uncle of 8. Calling Hours at The Fred H. McGrath & Son Funeral Home, Bronxville, between the hours of 7 to 9 PM Tuesday and 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 PM Wednesday. Mass of Christian Burial at St. Frances of Rome Church, Bronx on Thursday May 29 at 10 AM. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to St. Frances of Rome, 4307 Barnes Avenue, Bronx, NY 10466

GIRA, JOSEPH, of Yonkers, on March 29, 2008.  Husband of the late Grace Gira. Father of Joe Gira and Kristine Howell. Grandfather of Rachel and Lauren. Longtime resident of Yonkers and member of the Holy Trinity Church. Calling hours at the Fred H. McGrath & Son Funeral Home, Bronxville, NY between the hours of 5 to 9 PM Tuesday April 1st with a prayer service at 7:30 PM.

GORE, RUTH MARGARET Visitation: Friday 3 to 5 PM and 7 to 9 PM Graveside Service: 10:45 AM Saturday Mt. Hope Cemetery, Hasting, NY

HAYDEN, EILEEN M. - Calling hours between the hours of 2-5 PM and 7-9PM Monday November 26. Mass of Christian Burial 10:45AM Tuesday at St. Brendan's Church, Bronx

HAINES LUCILLE E. of Bronxville on April 24, 2008. Wife of the late James Haines, Mother of Edward Lamb Haines and Jacqueline Haines O’Rourke ( Eugene).Grandmother of James Haines O’Rourke, Sister of Marguerite S. Dupee and the late Adrian Lumelleau. Calling hours at the Fred H. McGrath & Son Funeral Home, Bronxville, between the hours of 2 to 5 PM Sunday. Mass of Christian Burial at St. Joseph’s Church, Bronxville, on Monday, April 28 at 10 AM.

HEBRON, HELEN C., of Yonkers, on May 8, 2008.  Wife of the Late Robert M. Hebron.  Mother of Robert J. (Deborah), Hebron, of Maplewood, NJ.  Grandmother of Sean, Elizabeth Helen and Patricia.  Sister of the late Sr. Helen Conner, OSU.  She was a math teacher at The Academy of Mt. St. Ursula, Bronx, for over 20 years.  Calling hours at the Fred H. McGrath & Son, Funeral Home, Bronxville, between the hours of 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 PM Tuesday.  Mass of Christian Burial St. Eugene’s Church, Yonkers on Wed. May 14 at 10:30 AM

HEIDELBERGER, MARY ANN; of Bronxville on December 9, 2007. Daughter of the late Francis X. and Marie Heidelberger, niece of Katherine MacNeal, beloved by many cousins. Miss Heidelberger taught at St. Joseph’s School for 37 years. She dedicated her life to educating the children of St. Joseph’s. Mass of Christian Burial St. Joseph’s Church, Bronxville on Tuesday December 11, at 10AM.

HENZER, FREDERIC of Eastchester on May 1, 2008. Son of Marlene and Andreas. Brother of Christina and Gregory. Calling hours at the Fred H. McGrath & Son Funeral Home, Bronxville, between the hours of 2-4 and 7-9pm Monday. Mass of Christian Burial St. Joseph's Church, Bronxville, on Tuesday May 6 at 10A.M.

HOLDEN; C. STUART loving husband of Pat O’Donnell Holden passed on Sunday December 2, 2007 at the age of 81. Known as Stu to his friends and family, he was a compassionate father of C. Stuart and Nancy. Stu had been a resident of Bronxville, NY since 1934. His passion for cars led him to start Merit Auto Body Shop over fifty years ago; Stu enjoyed his days at the shop. Golf was another love of Stu’s and he was a cherished member of Siwanoy Golf Club for over sixty years. St. Joseph’s Catholic Church was his lifelong parish and his presence will be missed at mass. Ever the kind hearted animal lover Stu tended to countless cats and dogs over the years. Stu was a boisterous man who never pulled a punch; honesty was his strongest virtue and his curt opinions will be missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing him.  Calling hours at the Fred H. McGrath & Son Funeral Home Bronxville between the hours of 2-4 and 7-9 pm Tuesday. Mass of Christian Burial St. Joseph’s Church, Bronxville on Wednesday December 5, at 10AM. Interment to follow at the Gate of Heaven Cemetery.

Hopwood, Loretta Theresa 85 of Bronxville, N.Y. passed away peacefully at her home on July 23rd, 2008. Loretta was born Sept. 23rd, 1922 in the Bronx to Margaret and Henry Cullinane. She married her husband Martin M. Hopwood on Aug. 1st, 1942. She is survived by her beloved husband of 66 years, three cherished sons, Martin Hopwood Jr. (Ann) of Garden City, N.Y., Lawrence Hopwood (Kerry) of Bronxville, N.Y., Richard Hopwood (Ann) of Harrison, N.Y., and her nine grandchildren, Brian (Cecilia), John, Kristin, Heather, R.J., Mathew, Lauren, Tara and Greg Hopwood. She is also survived by her bother Harry Cullinane and sister in-laws Eileen Cullinane and  June Lynch, as well as her many loving nieces and nephews. Loretta was at the forefront of working women in the business world. She began her career after graduating from Hunter High School and Delahanty Business School. During W.W. II she was a civilian employee of the army. Loretta and her husband Martin established their own business in 1949, Richards Conditioning Corp where she was an active principle until her retirement in 2007 at the age of 85.  Family and Friends may call at Fred H. McGrath Funeral Home, Bronxville, NY on Sunday, July 27 from 2-4 and 6-8pm. Funeral Mass Monday 10:00am at St. Joseph’s Church, Bronxville, NY followed by Interment Gate of Heaven Cemetery

HYATT, MARGARET ("Meg"), a resident of Bronxville, New York and former long term resident of Pelham Manor, died after a brief illness on January 9, 2008. She was born on August 26, 1924, the daughter of Charles Winton and Margaret Heffernan Hyatt in Washington, Indiana. She graduated from Fontbonne University in St. Louis, Missouri with a major in Food and Nutrition and worked for many years as a consultant dietitian in the Westchester area. She was a devoted mother, grandmother, and community volunteer. She is survived by two daughters, Susan Capeci of Mt. Vernon, New York and Dr. Ellen Fithian of Poquoson, Virginia, and four grandchildren, Rachel, Diana, William, and Brian Fithian. Also surviving her are two sisters, Mary Schnabel of Philadelphia, Ann Kenney of Jacksonville, and a brother Paul Hyatt of Englewood Florida. She was preceded in death by her son John W. Capeci, and former husband Dr. Theordore J. Capeci. Visitation will be from 3 to 8 PM Monday at The Fred H. McGrath & Son, Funeral Home, Bronxville. Mass of Christian Burial at St. Joseph's Church in Bronxville, New York on Tuesday, January 15 at 10 AM. In Lieu of flowers a donation may be made to St. Jude's Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, Tennessee 38105.

JOHNSON, AGNES C,. Longtime resident of Mt. Vernon on March 18, 2008 at the age of 97. Wife of the late George R. Johnson, dear friend of Philip Leibrock and family. Mrs. Johnson worked for Con Edison as a Senior District Control Representative for 48 years. She was an active member of the business and professional Women’s Club. Calling hours at the Fred H. McGrath & Son Funeral Home, Bronxville, between the hours of 12pm - 1pm Thursday. Funeral services will follow at the Funeral Home at 1pm.

KAMAJIAN, ROSINE, of Mt. Vernon, on Sept. 17, 2008.  Wife of the late  Arthur Kamajian.  Mother of Alex and Cynthia.  Grandmother of Alina, Leanne and Lauren.  Calling hours at the Fred H. McGrath & Son, funeral home, Bronxville, between the hours of 1 to 4 PM Sunday.  Service at Armenian Evangelical Church of New York, 152 E. 34th St. between Lexington and Third Ave. NYC, on Monday Sept. 22 at 10 AM.

KELLY - EDITH B. of Bronxville. Beloved mother of Michael L. Flynn and Adrianne K. Wholey, predeceased by loving husband Robert J. Kelly. Pioneering stockbroker and dear friend, her joyful spirit lives on. Memorial visitation 6-9 p.m. Thursday, memorial service11:30am Friday, McGrath Funeral Home, Bronxville. In lieu of flowers, donations to St. Timothy’s School, Maryland.

Kilgannon, William F. on August 12, 2008 died peacefully with his family at his side.  Bill was born on September 4, 1927 in the Bronx, New York.  He graduated from Fordham University in 1952 and from St. John’s Law School in 1956.  He practiced Patent law at Davis Hoxie Faithful & Hapgood in New York, New York for 35 years and thereafter at Kilgannon & Steidl in Bronxville, New York for 15 years until 2007.  Bill is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 55 years Roseanne, his three loving children, Joanne Keeley, Mary Beth Murphy and William Kilgannon Jr., his eight affectionate grandchildren, Jessica, Allison, Billy, Lee Anne, Brendan , Ian, Cory and Shayla and his sister, Gladys Parker and brother, Robert Kilgannon. Bill was an accomplished Patent attorney  who took pride and satisfaction in his work. He loved Roseanne truly. He found his greatest joy in sharing in the lives of his children and grandchildren who will miss him deeply. Family will receive friends at McGrath’s Funeral Home in Bronxville on Thursday, September 14, 2008 from 2 to 4 PM and 7 to 9PM.  A mass of Christian burial will take place on Friday, August 15, 2008 at 10 am at St. Eugene’s Church, Tuckahoe Rd. Yonkers.

KINNALLY, AGATHA T. - of Bronxville on November 24, 2007. Mass of Christian Burial St. Joseph's Church, Bronxville on Monday November 26, 2007 at 10AM."

KRON, ELEANOR; of Bronxville on January 18, 2008. Wife of the late Edward. Survived by 3 nieces and one nephew. Retired Teacher from the Traphagan Elementary School. Calling hours at the Fred H. McGrath & Son Funeral Home Bronxville between the hours of 2-4 and 7-9 pm Thursday. Mass of Christian burial St. Joseph’s Church Bronxville on Friday January 25 at 10AM.

LANE, ELIZABETH of Yonkers on January 12, 2008. Wife of the late Edward, daughter of the late Peter and Ann Reynolds Scullion. Beloved aunt of Ann Stegner of Poole, England, John O’Donnell of Beverly, Mass. and Peter O’Donnell of Manhasset, NY. Calling hours at the Fred H. McGrath & Son Funeral Home, Bronxville, between the hours of 4-8 pm Thursday. Mass of Christian burial St. Bartholomew’s Church Yonkers on Friday Jan 18 at 10 am.

LASSEN, LOUISE MARIE; of the Bronx on January 24, 2008. Devoted wife of the late John A. Lassen, loving mother of Jacqueline Incledon and Gail Seaholm, beloved grandmother of 6 and great grandmother of 18. Calling Hours at The Fred H. McGrath & Son Funeral Home, Bronxville between the hours of 2 to 5 PM Sunday, and 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 PM Monday. Services at the funeral home Monday January 29 at 10:30 AM.

LEARY,  MARGARET M.  of Yonkers, NY , died peacefully at her home on Dec. 19, 2007.  Loving Mother of John R. Leary and Elizabeth Leary Fear and her husband Thomas E. Fear.  Cherished Nana to Gavin and Greta.  Mrs. Leary was a longtime third grade teacher at the St. St. Eugene’s School in Yonkers. Calling Hours at The Fred H. McGrath & Son Funeral Home, Bronxville between the hours of  2 to 4 and 7 to 9 pm Thursday. Mass of Christian Burial St. Joseph’s  Church, Bronxville on  Friday  December 21, at 10 AM.  Interment at the Madonna Cemetery, Newark, NJ.   In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Jansen Hospice, 69 Main St. Tuckahoe, NY.

LUTZ, LAWRENCE E., 76 of Whiting, NJ, formerly of Yonkers, NY, died Saturday, March 15th at his home.  Born to Addie and Arlington Lutz, in Flint, Michigan on March 8, 1932.  Surviving is his wife Marilyn, of 51 years, son Wayne, daughter-in-law Susan and two grandchildren Brian and Kacey-Rose.  He was a veteran of the Korean War, from 1951 to 1953, where he served as a Military Policeman and was honorably discharged.  He was employed as a control board operator for Con Edison, at the Hellgate Station in   The Bronx  for 33 years.  He maintained a NYC Engineer License.  Calling hours at the Fred H. McGrath & Son funeral Home, Bronxville between the hours of 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 PM Wednesday.  Funeral Blessing, St. Joseph’s Church, Bronxville, on Thursday March 20 at 11 AM.

LYNN, PATRICK M, of Mamaroneck, on March 9, 2008.  Husband of Peggy Lynn, father of Meg (Richard) Jones, of Greenwich, CT, grandfather of Katelynn, Shannon and Slater. Brother of John and the late James, Thomas and Mary.  He was a longtime operating engineer and member of Local 14 of New York.  He was also a longtime parishioner of Holy Trinity Church, of Mamaroneck. Calling hours at the Fred H. McGrath & Son Funeral Home, Bronxville, between the hours of 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 pm Wednesday. Mass of Christian Burial St. Joseph’s Church, Bronxville, on Thursday March 13 at 10 AM. In Lieu of flowers contributions may be made to Holy Trinity Church, 320 E. Boston Post Rd., Mamaroneck, NY 10543.

MAHONEY, DAVID W., of Bronxville suddenly on September 27, 2008. Beloved husband of Catherine, devoted father of David and Jessica, dear son of John and Colette Mahoney, also surviving are four sisters and one brother and many loving brother-in-laws and nieces and nephews. Dave was passionate about his family, friends, workers, dog and his golf course at Siwanoy Country Club. Friend to all, generous to all. He will be remembered for his many kindnesses and his wonderful sense of humor. Proud graduate of Penn State. Calling hours at the Fred H. McGrath & Son Funeral Home, Bronxville between the hours of 2 to 4 pm and 7 to 9 PM Monday, with a prayer service at the Funeral Home at 7:30PM.

MAIORANA, RONALD – Anthony L. Watson, CEO & Chair, the Board of Directors and staff of Emblem Health, the parent company of HIP Health Insurance Plan of New York and GHI, mourn the passing of Ronald Maiorana, a retired senior vice president of public affairs and a consultant to EmblemHealth at the time of his death.  A former reporter for the New York Times and later press secretary and advisor to New York Gov. Nelson A. Rockefeller, he was 78 and died Thursday after a short illness at his home in East Quogue.       Mr. Maiorana joined The Times as a copy boy in 1951 as a college freshman in night school and was promoted to reporter in 1955, covering a broad range of assignments in the New York metropolitan area and in Albany.  He left The Times in 1968 to join Gov. Rockefeller as an assistant press secretary. In 1969, the Governor appointed Mr. Maiorana as his press secretary and principal spokesperson.  He accompanied the Governor on government and political trips across the nation and throughout South America. After Gov. Rockefeller left office, Mr. Maiorana served as New York State Commissioner of Wagering Systems (1974-1975).  He then joined the New York State Special Prosecutor for the Criminal Justice System as a director (1975-1976).  He later worked with political consultants David Garth and Maureen Connelly on the U.S. Senate campaign of H. John Heinz of Pennsylvania and on all of Rudolph Giuliani’s campaigns for Mayor of New York City.       He joined the administration of Mayor Giuliani as a senior advisor in 1994 and was appointed Commissioner of the New York City Community Assistance Unit in 1995. He left his city position to join HIP as a managing consultant for public affairs in 1996 and joined the health care company’s executive staff full time in 1998. He retired April 30, 2007. At HIP, he was a trusted advisor to CEO Anthony L. Watson during a period of profound change in the firm, culminating with the affiliation with GHI to form EmblemHealth earlier this year.        Mr. Maiorana also was a talented artist, an avocation he pursued for 60 years, opening his first exhibit AbstRactions in July.  Two of his abstracts on canvas are in the Nelson Rockefeller collection. The EmblemHealth family extends its prayers and best wishes to Mr. Maiorana’s family: his son Ronald Peter Maiorana and wife, Kelly Allman, and daughters Linda Catherine Williams and her husband Trevor Williams, and Janice Virginia Maiorana-Browne, and her husband Christopher Browne, and Mr. Maiorana’s brother Victor and his wife, Rosalie.       His wife, Phyllis, was killed accidentally when struck by a branch that fell from a tree on September 11, 2002. They had been married 47 years.       In lieu of flowers, please make contributions to Little Flower Children and Family Services of Wading River, New York 11792. Friends may call Sunday from 2  to 6 p.m. at Fred H. McGrath &Son Funeral Home, 20 Cedar Street, Bronxville, 914 337-6770. Mass of Christian Burial on  Monday at 10 a.m. at St. Joseph’s Church, 15 Cedar Street, Bronxville, with interment at Kensico Cemetery in Valhalla to follow.

MANFREDI, ADELINE Calling Hours 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 PM Sunday.

Marra, Helen Jonek passed away at Calvery Hospital in The Bronx, NY on Wednesday, July 16 from cancer. She was the widow of the late Edward Joseph Marra and stepmother to his daughters Diane Marra Williams and Marie Marra Fabrizio.  She was a dear grandmother to their children, Joseph, Alex, and Maryrose Fabrizio and Jessica Williams. She is also survived by her sisters Irene Koch and Virginia Hatch, both of Gowanda, NY. She was born in Poland in 1924 and came to this country as a teenager. She worked on the family farm in upstate NY and then made her own way in New York City. An avid traveler and one-time artist, she mostly enjoyed cooking and baking for family and friends. Burial service will be held on Monday, July 21 at Gate of Heaven Cemetery at 1 pm. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the American Cancer Society.

MAYTIN, MARIE S.; of Yonkers, Formerly of Throggs Neck on December 10, 2007. Wife of the late William Maytin.  Mother of Gwen Pedone, of Water Mill, NY and Bonita Springs, FL and Marla Weston, of Greenwich, CT. Grandmother of 6, Great Grandmother of 13. Calling Hours at The Fred H. McGrath & Son Funeral Home, Bronxville between the hours of 5-8 pm Friday. Mass of Christian Burial St. Joseph’s Church on Saturday December 15 at 10 AM.

McEwan, Maria Theresa; of Bronxville on March 6, 2008. Born November 15, 1919 in Yonkers, NY to Francis and Loretta D’Addio.  Mrs. McEwan graduated from Commerce HS in 1937 and worked many years as a Beautician for Angela’s Beauty Salon in Bronxville. She was a longtime parishioner at Immaculate Conception Church in Yonkers. In later years she was an active parishioner at St. Joseph’s Church of Bronxville, where she was a member of the Arts and Leisure Club and the Ladies Auxiliary. Mrs. McEwan will be remembered for her kind and compassionate ways and her sense of humor. She was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother and a devoted friend to many. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her. She was predeceased by her beloved husband William Peter and infant daughter Susan. Cherished mother of Athena Marie McEwan, Patricia McEvoy, William, Joyce (Peter) Intervallo, and Frank (Mary Lou).  Grandmother of 10, great grandmother of 2. Calling hours at the Fred H. McGrath & Son Funeral Home, Bronxville, NY between the hours of 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 pm Sunday. Mass of Christian Burial St. Joseph’s Church, Bronxville on Monday March 10 at 11 AM.

MCMAHON, JOHN P.; 74 of Ocean Pines, Maryland formerly of Crestwood, New York died in his home on September 2, 2008.  He is survived by Ursula (nee Kehoe), his wife of 48 years.  He was the father of Brenda, Maura Schmid (husband George), John (wife Theresa) and the loving grandfather of Michael, Ann, Kathryn, George, Catherine, Caroline, Meagan and Claire.  John graduated from Iona College and was employed by NY Telephone Co. for 35 years. Visitation from 2-4 and 7-9 PM on Friday at McGrath & Son Funeral Home, Bronxville NY. Mass of Christian Burial on Saturday, September 6, 2008 at 10 AM at Annunciation Church, Crestwood NY.  Interment at Gate of Heaven Cemetery.  In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, 245 Main Street, Ste 250, White Plains, NY 10601

MCNAMEE, JOHN F.; of Eastchester died June 14, 2008. He was the son of Patrick and Jennie McNamee, born June 15, 1930. Mr. McNamee was a graduate of Fordham University1953 and later attended NYU Graduate School of Business Administration. During the Korean War, he served as an officer in the United States Marine Corps, Cherry Point, NC. He married Margaret M. Sweeney on July 26, 1958 in Holy Cross Church, Brooklyn, NY. His beloved wife died on August 1, 2005. Surviving him are his devoted children, John F. of Omaha, Nebraska, Ann Marie, Jennifer E. and Megan M. and five grandchildren. Sisters Martha Gallati, Mary (Dolly) Murphy, Patricia Mascio, and Brothers Henry, Eugene and Desmond died earlier. Mr. McNamee worked thirty-eight years at The New York Times retiring in 1994. His career began in their School and College Division in 1956 and later advanced through a number of managerial positions including National Circulation Manager and Director of Single Copy Sales. From 1973-1977, Mr. McNamee served as a Trustee on the Eastchester Board of Education where he founded and edited School Talk, a school district publication, designed to keep parents and students informed of the work of the board and what was happening in their schools. Calling hours at the Fred H. McGrath and Son Funeral Home, Bronxville between the hours of 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 PM Thursday June 19 and Friday June 20. Mass of Christian Burial Immaculate Conception Church, Tuckahoe on June 21 at 9:30 AM. Burial is at Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Hawthorne, NY.

MILLS, WILLIAM P., JR., 70, of Bronxville and Westhampton Beach, NY, retired attorney and former partner of Chadbourne & Parke and Sage Gray Todd & Sims, passed away on January 21, 2008.  He is survived by his beloved wife, Constance, sons William P., III and Edward, daughter Melissa, sister Mary, brother John, daughters-in-law Suzanne and Jodi, and grandchildren William P., IV, Anne, Sarah, Megan and Tyler. Contributions may be made in his memory to Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, NYC, or Lawrence Hospital Center, Bronxville.  Calling hours at The Fred H. McGrath & Son Funeral Home, Bronxville between the hours of 7-9 pm Wednesday and 2-4 & 7-9 pm Thursday.  Mass of Christian Burial St. Joseph's Church, Bronxville on Friday January 25 at 11 am.

MULQUEEN, BRIAN P.; 43, a resident of Scarsdale, NY died on Wednesday, November 21, 2007 after a long and courageous battle against cancer. Beloved husband of Maura (nee Breen). Son of Josephine and the late Patrick Mulqueen. Loving father of Brendan. Devoted brother of Eileen Posch (Gary), Tricia Mulqueen and Kerri Mulqueen (Nick Baldasarro), in addition to many beloved aunts, uncles, cousins, nephews and one niece. Brian graduated from Archbishop Molloy High School in Queens and earned a B.A. and a M.B.A. from Iona College.  He was a dedicated golfer and lifelong Mets fan who was a member of the NYAC and Westchester Hills Golf Club. Brian worked within the field of structured finance or asset backed securitization.  He served as an asset backed securities analyst for Standard & Poor's, a Nationally Recognized Statistical Rating Organization, as well as a buy-side bond analyst for large multi-national insurance companies Ambac, ACE and MACM. Brian was highly regarded for his industry knowledge and strong business and work ethics. Born on September 9, 1964 to Josephine and the late Patrick Mulqueen, he married Maura Breen on September 12, 1992 at Sts. Peter & Paul Church in Mount Vernon, NY. Brian will always be remembered as a wonderful husband, father, son, brother and friend. Calling hours at the Fred H. McGrath & Son Funeral Home, Bronxville between the hours of 5-8 PM Saturday and 2-4PM and 7-9PM Sunday. Mass of Christian Burial Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, Scarsdale on Monday November 26 at 10:30AM. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Firefighter Michael J. Cawley Memorial Fund, 148-32 Kalmia Avenue, Flushing, NY 11355-2304.

NARDONE, JOSEPH; 92, died at his residence on Jan. 9, 2008.  He was surrounded by his family.  He was born on April 13, 1915 in Harlem, NY.  He and his family later moved to Mamaroneck where he attended high school and helped at his parents’ music store.  He developed a love of music and he learned to play guitar, the Mandolin and the eucalalie.  Joseph served as a Tech Sergeant in the communications signal corp. during WWII.  He received an American Service Medal, European African Middle Service Medal, Good Conduct Medal and a World War II Victory Medal.  He was honorably discharged in 1945.  Joseph attended City College and then went on to receive his Masters Degree in Law at St. John’s University.  He was appointed the Director of The Federal Housing Administration for NY.  He continued his career in law until his retirement.  Joseph is survived by his wife of 66 years, Irene.  Treasured father of son, Richard of Scarsdale, daughter, Gina and her husband John Bernstein of Eastchester and daughter, Judy and her husband Robert Rolleri of PA.  His proud grandchildren include John and Jessica Rolleri and Justin, Caitlin and Kevin Bernstein.  He is also survived by 3 great-granddaughters and 1 great grandson.  He will be forever missed for his love, loyalty, compassion and strength.  He was the light of his family.  The family will have visitation at the Fred H. McGrath & Son, funeral home, between the hours of 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 pm Friday.  Mass of Christian Burial at our Lady of Fatima Church, Scarsdale on Saturday, January 12 at 10:30 AM.

NEAR, WILLIAM KELLOCK, of Kiawah Island, SC and formerly of Pelham Manor on October 18, 2007. Husband of Dorothy Near, father of William (Liza), Robert (Dara), John (Liza) and Richard (Mary). Step Father of George McInnis, Loving Grandfather of 11. Founder of William K. Near & Associates, of Bronxville. Memorial Service at the Reformed Church of Bronxville on Friday Oct. 26 at 11:30 AM. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the Hospice of Charleston, 676 Wando Park Blvd., Mt. Pleasant, SC 29464 or Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, 10 Brookline Pl. West, 6th Floor, Brookline, MA 02445 Attn: Contribution Service, www.jimmyfundwalk.org/wkn.

OBERDORSTER, JOHANNA; of Yonkers, NY died on July 19, 2008, after a short illness. Born April 10, 1907 in Bremen, Germany and moved to Brooklyn, New York in her twenties.  She became a US citizen at age 30.  She was a homemaker and caregiver to mentally challenged children.  She married Willy Oberdorster in her early thirties prior to moving to Yonkers in the 1950s where she has lived ever since.  She is the last of her family of 6 siblings. Surviving are her son, William J. Oberdorster and two Grand children Elizabeth A. Oberdorster and William J. Oberdorster, Jr. A Graveside Service will be on Thursday July 24 at 10 AM at the Kensico Cemetery, Valhalla, NY. Contributions may be made Jansen Hospice and Palliative Care, 69 Main Street Tuckahoe, New York 10707. Arrangements are by Fred H. McGrath & Son, Inc.OBERDORSTER, JOHANNA; of Yonkers, NY died on July 19, 2008, after a short illness. Born April 10, 1907 in Bremen, Germany and moved to Brooklyn, New York in her twenties.  She became a US citizen at age 30.  She was a homemaker and caregiver to mentally challenged children.  She married Willy Oberdorster in her early thirties prior to moving to Yonkers in the 1950s where she has lived ever since.  She is the last of her family of 6 siblings. Surviving are her son, William J. Oberdorster and two Grand children Elizabeth A. Oberdorster and William J. Oberdorster, Jr. A Graveside Service will be on Thursday July 24 at 10 AM at the Kensico Cemetery, Valhalla, NY. Contributions may be made Jansen Hospice and Palliative Care, 69 Main Street Tuckahoe, New York 10707.

O’Donnell, Miriam E. Of Scarsdale on Sept. 2, 2008. Loving wife of the late William J. O’Donnell, devoted mother of Miriam (Anthony) Quinlan, William J. (Patricia), Robert G. (Heather), Susan M., Gregory J., Alice M. (Daniel) Kiely and Richard D. (Lee Ann) and the late Maura Alice, Adoring Grandmother of 18, Great grandmother of 1. Calling hours at the Fred H. McGrath & Son Funeral Home, Bronxville, between the hours of 2-4 and 7-9 pm Friday. Mass of Christian Burial at Our Lady of Fatima Church, Scarsdale on Saturday Sept. 6 at 10AM. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to Our Lady of Fatima Church, Scarsdale, NY.

O'Loughlin, Mary I. , age 81 of Crestwood New York passed away on  August 26, 2008. She was the loving wife of James J.  for 58 years. Born Mary Brennan of New York, daughter of  the late George and Bertha Brennan of  Buncrana, County Donegal,  Ireland. She is survived by her children and spouses, Mary &  Christopher Knowles of Martha's Vineyard, William of Briarcliff  Manor, George & Sharon of Danbury, Nancy & Kevin Keelan of New Rochelle,  Patricia of Crestwood and James & Karen of Yonkers. Loving  grandmother to Brian, George, Meghan, Daniel, Maura, James,  Kyle, Thomas, Brendan, Patrick and Fiona. Loving great  grandmother to Aidan. Visitation from 2-4 and 7-9 PM on August 29, 2008 at  Fred H McGrath & Son Funeral Home, Bronxville NY. Mass of  Christian burial on August 30, 2008 at 10 AM at  Annunciation Church, Crestwood NY. Interment at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. In lieu of flowers please make contributions to the Church of the Annunciation, 470 Westchester Ave Crestwood NY or Catholic Charities Archdiocese of NY, 1011 First Ave, NY,NY 10022.

PACHER, KATHLEEN A.; of Bronxville on March 29, 2008. Beloved wife of the late Edward, beloved mother of Laura, Nancy (Alan) Berry and Matthew, beloved grandmother of Lauren and Matthew Berry, Kate and Julia Pacher, beloved sister of Theresa and Josephine. Calling hours at the Fred H. McGrath & Son Funeral Home, Bronxville, between the hours of 2-4 and 7-9pm Tuesday. Mass of Christian Burial, St. Joseph’s Church, Bronxville, on Wednesday April 2 at 10AM.

PANEBIANCO, DOMINICK  J. of  Bronxville on April 26, 2008 Husband of the late Antoinette.  Father of the late Nicholas, brother of John , Daniel, Andrew, Nicholas and  the late Marc. Calling Hours  at The Fred H. McGrath & Son Funeral Home, Bronxville, between the hours of 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 PM Monday. Mass of Christian Burial Immaculate Conception Church Tuckahoe on Tuesday April 29 at 10:30 AM .

PERNICONE, ISABELLA, M.; at home in Crestwood, on December 14, 2007. Wife of the late Carl J. Pernicone. Mother of Carl J. (Mary) and Peter J. (Mary) Pernicone. Grandmother of Maria, Annie, Ellie and Peter. Sister of Margaret  Mary, John and Thomas (Peggy) McQuillan. Sister in law of the late Most Reverend Joseph M. Pernicone former Auxiliary Bishop of New York. Aunt of two nieces and one nephew. Mrs. Pernicone was a 1944 graduate of The College of New Rochelle and from the Fordham University School of Law in 1946. Her first position upon graduation was with the firm formerly known as Lorenz, Finn, & Giardino where she met her future husband Carl. Later in her career, she was the Corporate Secretary for H.M.W. Industries in Stamford CT. Her last professional position was as Corporate Secretary for the Alfred Harcourt Foundation in White Plains. In addition to the family, she held most dear, she was also an accomplished pianist and longtime animal lover. Calling Hours at The Fred H. McGrath & Son Funeral Home, Bronxville between the hours of 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 pm Monday and Tuesday. Mass of Christian Burial Annunciation. Church on Wednesday December 19, at 10 AM. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Jansen Hospice, Tuckahoe, NY or The American Parkinson’s Disease Foundation.

PERNICONE, MARIA V., 83, in Tuckahoe on Dec. 30, 2007.  A long time resident of Hartsdale and sister of the late  Most Reverend Joseph M. Pernicone, former Auxiliary Bishop of New York.  Ms. Pernicone graduated with honors from the Academy  of Mt. St. Ursula in the Bronx, earning a college scholarship; however, because of pressing family obligations arising  after the outbreak of WW II she was unable to attend college.  She enjoyed a long and rewarding career in fashion publishing, employed by Conde Nast Publications and worked as the Executive Assistant to the Publisher of Vogue Magazine until her retirement in 1992.  She is survived by more than 20 nieces, nephews, grand-nieces and grand-nephews and numerous devoted friends. Maria will be remembered for her kind and gentle manor and for her fervent Catholic faith. Calling hours at the Fred H. McGrath & Son Funeral Home, Bronxville between the hours of 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 PM Thursday January 3rd. Mass of Christian Burial Sacred Heart Church in Hartsdale on Friday January 4th at 10:00 AM.  In Lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Bishop Pernicone Memorial Fund Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church 627 East 187th St., Bronx, NY 10458.

PETTEE, RUTH W. of Bronxville, on Oct. 5, 2008.  Loving wife of the late Robert.  Devoted mother of George (Pamela), Robert (Susan), William (Abigail) and Jeffrey (Laura).  Dear grandmother of 7.  She was a former President of the Junior League of Bronxville and also served on the Board of Governors of the  Lawrence Hospital and the Bronxville Adult School.  In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Parkinson’s Disease Foundation, Columbia University Medical Center, 710 West 168th St. New York, NY   10032

PICARELLA, CARY GEORGE; of Bronxville on April 4, 2008 after a year long battle with pulmonary disease at the age of 35. Born on January 3, 1973 in New York, he grew up and lived all of his life in Bronxville, NY. He graduated from Bronxville H.S. in 1991. He attended St. Lawrence University in Canton, NY. He worked briefly as a stock broker on Wall Street, then joined the firm of Service Master in Danbury, Ct. After his father’s death in 2000, he left to help his mother. He set up his real estate business, Bradwin & Co, Inc., and then CGP Contractors, Inc. His family wrote “Cary was known and loved by everyone. The gifts of his generosity, loving heart, and open door to anyone in need, he kept to himself.” He is survived by his mother Anita Filichko-Picarella. “Pic” as he was known by his friends will be wake at the Fred H. McGrath and Son Funeral Home, Bronxville on _____________________. Mass of Christian Burial to celebrate his life will be held at St. Joseph’s Church, Bronxville, on ________________________________. Please make Memorial Donations, in memory of Cary, to Lawrence Hospital, Bronxville, NY or Burke Stroke Rehabilitation in White Plains, NY.

Pochari, Betty Jane, of Yonkers on June 5, 2008.  Beloved wife of Charles.  Dear mother of Donna (William) Boss and Nancy (Thomas) Liber.  Dear grandmother of  John-John, Dina and Jaclyn Wieland and  Jessica, Thomas, Amanda and Alec Liber. Calling hours at the Fred H. McGrath & Son funeral home, Bronxville, Between the hours of 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 PM Saturday and 1 to 5 PM Sunday.  Service at the Woolworth Chapel, Woodlawn Cemetery on Monday June 9 at  10:30 AM.

PORR, DORIS; of Rye, formerly of Bronxville, on June 20, 2008. Wife of the late John L.H. Porr and William E. Power. Mother of Judy Power and the late Vikki Leffel. Grandmother of Caitlin Leffel Ostroy and Matthew Leffel and grandmother-in-law of Alex Ostroy and Hadas Jacobi Leffel. Mother-in-law of Fred Leffel, sister of Marjorie Chrystal, aunt of Linda Chrystal, Paul Chrystal, Meg Moore and Doug Chrystal. Memorial Service at The Chapel of the Osborne Home, June 22. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the Bronxville Rotary Club Foundation.

Postner, William J., 69, of Yonkers & Southampton passed away on 12/27/07 from complications of lung cancer. He leaves behind his loving wife, Marie, his daughters, Marya & Lori, his sons-in-law, Tito & Jordan, and his granddaughters, Arianna, Alessia, Maggie & Kaitlin. He was a founding partner of the Postner & Rubin law firm and was Of Counsel at Schiff Hardin LLP. Wake: McGrath & Son Funeral Home, Bronxville, 914-337-6770, Sunday 1-5PM; Mass of Christian Burial: Annunciation Church, Monday 10AM. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Regis H.S. or JDRF in his name.

PUTIGANO, ROSE M., O.C.D.S.; of Bronxville on December 5, 2007. Wife of the late Dr. Daniel Putignano. Devoted mother of 5. Loving grandmother of 15 and proud great grandmother of 15. A life of service to community and church. Founder of the Westchester Chapter of the Secular Order of Discalced Carmelites. She will be missed by all who knew and loved her dearly

REAPE, MICHAEL R. Lifelong resident of Yonkers on Feb 4, 2008. Beloved husband of Kaarina, loving father of Lisa, Michael and Barbara, brother of Mary Silinsky, Robert and the late John and many nieces and nephews. Mr. Reape was a graduate of Holy Eucharist School, Yonkers High School, and received his Bachelor’s and MBA degree’s from New York University. Before retiring he was comptroller at Fordham University. He was a faithful parishioner of St. Joseph’s Church, Bronxville, where he served as an usher. He also was an avid sports fan and enjoyed playing golf. Calling hours at the Fred H. McGrath & Son Funeral Home, Bronxville, between the hours of 2-4 and 7-9 pm Thursday. Mass of Christian burial at St. Joseph’s Church, Bronxville on Friday Feb 8 at 10am.

RINALDI, DANIELLE; of Eastchester, NY passed away on March 18, 2008. She is survived by her parents Domenica and Michael Rinaldi, her brother Michael, Jr., Uncle Daniel Chillemi, Grandmother Venera Chillemi, grandparents Frank and Liselotta Rinaldi and many other aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. As a result of Danielle’s previous illness, diagnosed in 1987, an organization was formed called “Friends of Danielle,” which helps families with a catastrophic illness. Calling hours at the Fred H. McGrath & Son Funeral Home, Bronxville between the hours of 5to 9 PM Wednesday.  Christian Funeral Blessing at Immaculate Conception Church, Tuckahoe, on Thursday March 20 at 9:30 AM.

Anthony Romeo, longtime Yonkers resident, died on May 15 after a brief illness. He was 85 years old. He is survived by his loving wife, Mary, eight of his children, Raymond, Delia, Roger, Kenneth, Mary Jo, Andrew, Jennifer and Edmund, and 22 grandchildren. He was predeceased by his son, Dennis, who died in 1982 at the age of 21. He is also survived by his brother, Eugene, and his sister, Vilma. Anthony was born in Brooklyn in 1922 of immigrant parents and proudly served his country during WWII as a U.S. Marine. He married Mary Mahoney in 1948 and worked for Benjamin Moore Paint Company, where he had a wonderful, 47 year career in sales. Anthony moved his young family to Yonkers in 1954 and they became parishioners of St. Eugene’s Church, where all his children attended school. As well as raising his family, Anthony devoted his time to numerous community and civic organizations. He served as president of the Holy Name Society and president of the 11th Ward Republican Club, he was the founder and first Scoutmaster of Boy Scout Troop 5 of Crestwood, and he served as coach, manager, commissioner and board member of Henry S. Richards Boys Club. Anthony found much joy in singing and served as past president and board member of the Golden Chordsmen Barbershop Chorus. He also proudly sang in the church choir with his wife. Immediately after retirement, Anthony dedicated his time to serving the community by volunteering at Lawrence Hospital in the Emergency Room for twenty years. He was an avid historian and active member of the Little Bighorn Associates. He had a collection of memorabilia regarding General George A. Custer and was always happy to share his passion for history with others, especially his grandchildren. He will be missed. Calling hours between the hours of 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 PM Friday and 3 to 7 PM Saturday. Mass of Christian Burial at St. Eugene’s Church, Yonkers on Monday May 19 at 10AM. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Lawrence Hospital Center Emergency Department, 55 Palmer Avenue, Bronxville, NY 10708.

Roussel, Thomas E., died suddenly in Deerfield Beach, Fl. Tom was born October 9, 1955, the youngest son of Martha and Louis Roussel, formerly of the Bronx, NY. A graduate of Cardinal Spellman High School, he attended Oswego College. In 1977, Tom began a distinguished career in the restaurant industry with Victoria Station Restaurant in Yonkers, NY. For many years thereafter, Tom was a manager at a number of Nation-wide restaurants. Most notably, Tom was the former managing partner and proprietor of one of the largest and most successful Outback Steakhouses, located in Old Bridge, NJ where he was a three time recipient of the Outback “Managing Partner of the Year” award and was recognized as “Business Leader of the Year” by the Old Bridge Chamber of Commerce. Tom is survived by his loving family, Louis and Carol Roussel of Cortlandt Manor, Bob and Bernadette Roussel of Staten Island, Marge Roussel of Bronxville and John and Nora Roussel; nine nieces and nephews, Janine, John, Claudine, Megan, Keith, Christine, Kathleen, Michael, Brian and their spouses, Dave, Theresa, Mike, Matt, Kelly, Jesse, Gildardo and Connie; as well as fourteen grand nieces and nephews, Thomas, Anthony, Amanda, Rachel, Jason, Kaitlyn, Oliver, Matthew, Emily, Delia, Caroline, Owen, Aiden and Nicholas and many loving friends. Service will be held at McGrath and Son Funeral Home, Bronxville, NY on Wednesday August 20th from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 PM. Mass of Christian Burial will be on Thursday at 10 AM at St. Joseph’s Church, Bronxville. Interment will be at St. Raymond’s Cemetery, Bronx, NY. In lieu of flowers the family requests that donations be made to The Franciscan Friars of the Atonement-Graymoor, PO Box 305, Garrison, NY 10524.

Russo, Loretta (Nee Damato) of Fleetwood, on July 21, 2008. Wife of Thomas also survived by brothers Frank and Robert, also surviving are many nieces and nephews. Mrs. Russo was a payroll tax specialist for KPMG, graduate of Fordham University. Calling hours at the Fred H. McGrath & Son funeral home, Bronxville, between the hours of 6-9pm Wednesday, Mass of Christian burial St. Joseph’s Church, Bronxville, on Thursday July 24 at 10 AM

Ryan, Frank J. passed away on Sept. 1, 2008 at the age of 86. He was born in Mt. Vernon on July 20, 1922 to Mary Callan and Frank V. Ryan. Mr. Ryan retired in 1991 as an executive of Ray Rasal and Petro Oil Co. During WWII he served with the Navy in the South Pacific. He was a graduate of Iona Prep School and Iona College. He was a member of the Larchmont Shore Club for 47 years. Mr. Ryan is survived by his wife Gloria whom he married on June 5, 1949. He is also survived by his son Frank J. Ryan Jr, his daughter- in law Jane Ryan and the love of his life granddaughter Lauren Marie Ryan. Visitation at McGrath & Son Funeral Home, Bronxville, on Thursday from 2-4 and 7-9 pm. Funeral mass Friday 10:30 am at Holy Family Church, Mayflower Ave, New Rochelle. Internment will follow at Holy Mount Cemetery, Eastchester, NY.

SAVAGE, MARY ELIZABETH, of Bronxville Manor, died on June 11, 2008.  She was born on June 4, 1920 in Yonkers, NY and moved with her family to Bronxville Manor in 1962.  She was the daughter Mary Tunston Savage and Claude Savage.  A brother, Charles George Savage died in infancy.  She is survived by a sister Eileen Savage.  She was educated in Yonkers, NY and graduated from Gorton High School.  She received a Bachelor of Science Degree and a Masters of Arts Degree in Mathematics from New York University.  She also received a Ph.D. from Forham University in 1956.  Dr. Savage taught Mathematics at Longfellow Jr. High School in Yonkers, NY, Ridgefield Jr. High School in Ridgefield New Jersey and at Eastchester Senior High School.   She was a Department Chairperson and Coordinator of Mathematics in the Eastchester School System.  In 1976, Dr. Savage was appointed principal of the Eastchester Jr. High School.  She also taught math courses at The College of New Rochelle, Good Council College and the University of Hartford.  She enjoyed volunteering at the Convent of Mary The Queen in Yonkers for the past 25 years.  She was also a very active member of the Bronxville Senior Citizens.  Calling hours at the Fred H. McGrath & Son funeral home, Bronxville, Between the hours of 7 to 9 pm Saturday, June 14 and  2 to 4 and 7 to 9 PM Sunday, June 15.  The mass of Christian Burial will be on Monday, June 16 at Immaculate Conception Church in Tuckahoe, NY.  In Lieu of flowers contributions may be made to Convent of Mary The Queen, Yonkers, NY

SEXTON, GERALD A.; of Scarsdale died peacefully at home on February 1, 2008. Mr. Sexton was born in New York City on August 29, 1918 to Jere A. Sexton and Helen McCabe Sexton. Mr. Sexton was raised in New Rochelle where he attended Iona Grammar School and Iona Prep. In 1940 he graduated from the University of Notre Dame with a B.A. in Philosophy. He was a Captain in the Army during World War II. Mr. Sexton was a member of the American Stock Exchange where he worked as a Specialist with Sexton & Smith for 35 Years. He raised his family in Mt. Kisco, NY, where he coached Little League, Babe Ruth League, and CYO Basketball and in Larchmont, NY where he was active in the parents’ associations of both Iona Prep and the School of the Holy Child, Rye. He was an active member of Our Lady of Fatima Parish in Scarsdale. He was an avid golfer and tennis player. Mr. Sexton was predeceased by his wife of 64 years Jeanne. He is survived by six children, Donna McGuane of Franklin, MA, Jeanne Nolan (Richard H. Nolan) of Bronxville, NY, Patricia Costello (Dennis R. Costello) of Cornwall-on-Hudson, NY, Katherine Stundis of East Greenwich, RI, Gerald A. Sexton, Jr. (Mary Pat) of Ridgefield, Conn. and Michael R. Sexton (Janice) of North Attleboro, MA. Mr. Sexton is survived by 20 grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren who adored him. He is also survived by one brother William Sexton (Joan) of White Plains, NY, and one sister Mary Sexton of New Rochelle, NY.  Calling hours at the Fred H. McGrath & Son Funeral Home, Bronxville between the hours of 2-4 and 7-9 pm Monday. Mass of Christian burial at Our Lady of Fatima Church, Scarsdale on Tuesday February 5 at 10AM. Internment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery, Hawthorne, NY. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to The Lyndsey TLC Foundation, 25 Blackthorn Lane, White Plains, NY 10606.

Sharkey, Arlene M.  Of Bronxville on June 28, 2008. Beloved  Wife of Thomas, devoted mother of Erin, Bridgett, Siobain, T.J.and Jimmy. Grandmother of 10. Sister of Dorothy Haley. Calling hours at the Fred H. McGrath & Son Funeral Home, Bronxville between the hours of 2 to 4 and 7 to 9PM Monday and Tuesday. Mass of Christian Burial Annunciation Church, Crestwood on Wednesday, July 2 at 10 AM. In Lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to www.woundedwarriorproject.org

Shelli, Robert N. resident of Scarsdale and formerly of Bronxville, died peacefully at home March 8th at age of 87. He attended St. John’s, was Chief Court Reporter, Supreme Court of NY, Kings County, and President of Certified Reporting Co.  for 47 years. He served in the U.S. Coast Guard during WWII as reporter for Courts Martial and Board of Investigation conferences. He is survived by his wife, Lois Shelli, children Robert L., Anne Shelli Parker, Barbara Shelli Sullivan, Vincent, Marie and seven grandchildren. He was predeceased by his first wife, Victoria Shelli. Visitation at  McGrath’s Funeral Home, Bronxville, Tuesday, March 11th, from 2-4 and 7-9pm. Funeral mass Wednesday, March 12th, 10am at Our Lady of Fatima Church, Scarsdale. Internment, Gate of Heaven, Valhalla. In lieu of flowers, contributions to Jansen Hospice Care, Tuckahoe 10707

SPENICK, DRAUNTA LOU died after a 4 year battle with cancer on February 17, 2008, at her home in Eastchester.  She was 67 years old. Draunta was born on April 6th 1940, in Charleston, West Virginia to Elmer and Mary Jane Holstein.  She was the youngest of 7 children.  She graduated from Stonewall Jackson High School in 1958.  She worked for AT&T in Charleston and attended Charleston Commercial College. In January 1960 she married Bob Spenik and moved to New York. She worked 8 years for Esso Standard Oil Company in Westchester before having her first child.  She remained home for 14 years to raise two children. Once her children were older Draunta re-entered the work force and contributed to our local community throughout her career.  She held positions at the Tuckahoe library for 2 years, before going to the town of Eastchester to work for the comptroller for 11 years.  After retirement, she began one of her most loved positions, assistant at the Eastchester Fire Department. Draunta was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, aunt, sister and friend.  She was survived by her devoted husband of 48 years Bob, son Robert and his wife Catrine, daughter Christina and her husband John, 3 grandchildren Kristoffer and Alexander Spenik and Owen Butler.  She is also survived by one sister Bess Bare. Calling hours at the Fred H. McGrath & Sons Funeral Home, Bronxville between the hours of 2-4 pm and 7-9 pm Wednesday.  Mass of Christian Burial at St. Joseph’s Church, Bronxville on Thursday February 21 at 10 AM. Interment to  follow at the Bronxville Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, you may send donations in Draunta’s name to Eastchester Fire Department Local 916 (Eastchester, NY) OR Anatol and Arthur Charitable Foundation, 2 Longview Avenue - Suite 201 White Plains, NY 10601.

STIVALA,ANNA MAY , Ph.D, retired NYC guidance counselor extraordinaire, died peacefully April 10, at the age of seventy-one. Beloved wife of the late Saverio Robert Stivala, cherished sister of Helen Rossler and the late Norah Dobbins and loving aunt to numerous nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grand nephews. Calling hours at the Fred H. McGrath and Son Funeral Home, Bronxville, 6-8pm Saturday and 2-4 and 7-9pm Sunday. Mass of Christian burial, St Ann’s Church, Yonkers, Monday April 14 at 9:30AM.  In Lieu of flowers contributions may be made to Salesian Missions, New Rochelle, NY  10801

SULLIVAN, JOHN D. (Jack); of Crestwood on January 9, 2008. Husband of Mary Eileen Moran Sullivan, father of Maura Sullivan Maloney, DDS, (William, DDS) grandfather of William, Jr., Donald, James and Clancy. He retired as Vice President of J.J. Kenny, a Municipal Bond Brokerage. Calling hours at the Fred H. McGrath & Son Funeral Home, Bronxville between the hours of 1 to 4:30 PM and 6 to 8 PM Thursday. Mass of Christian Burial at Annunciation Church, Crestwood on Friday January 11 at 10 AM. In lieu of flowers donations may be sent to Operation Safefield, Paideia School, 175 Westchester Ave., Crestwood, NY 10707.

SULLIVAN, MARY (nee GRACE); of Crestwood on February 10, 2008. Beloved wife of Walter W. Sullivan, loving mother of Matthew (Suzanne), Constance (Charles) Militana, Joan, and Thomas (Meghan), devoted grandmother of Luke, Christopher, Jude, Claire, Blaise, Cameron, Catherine, Caspar, Sean and Maeve. Calling hours at the Fred H. McGrath & Son Funeral Home between the hours of 6-8 pm Tuesday. Mass of Christian burial will be private

Sutton, Sabra, N., of Yonkers, on September 9, 2008. Wife of the late Lt. Det. Andrew Sutton of the Yonkers Police Dept. Mother of Stephanie L. Fiedler. Grandmother of Samantha Hunsicker and Holli Sannito. Calling hours at the Fred H. McGrath & Son Funeral Home, Bronxville, Between the hours of 4 to 7 pm Thursday. Service to follow at 7 PM. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the Yonkers P.B.A.

TOMKINS, MARION D.; of Mt. Vernon on April 12, 2008. Daughter of the late Selah Stawte and Marion Delano Tomkins. Retired employee of the Exxon Corporation and formerly worked at The Reformed Church of Bronxville. Calling hours at the Fred H. McGrath & Son Funeral Home, Bronxville, between the hours of 11am and 1 pm Tuesday, April 15, 2008. Graveside Service at Woodlawn Cemetery at 1:30 pm. .

WARD, ANN CURTIN, MD; of Riverdale, N.Y. on November 23, 2007. Beloved wife of Joseph Noel Ward M.D. and mother of Fiona and Gregory Clapp, J. Desmond and Julie Ward and the late Joseph Francis Ward.  Grandmother of Noel, Evangeline and Charlotte Clapp and Lily and Catherine Ward.  Daughter of the late Sean and Ann (nee McKenna) MacCurtain.  Sister of Margaret MacCurtain, Eilish Pearce and the late Michael MacCurtain and Joan McCarthy.  Known as Nancy, she was a psychiatrist and psychoanalyst in private practice in New York.  Nancy earned her medical doctor degree (M.B.B.Ch.) from University College Dublin, Ireland.  After residency in psychiatry at Johns Hopkins Hospital, Baltimore, Maryland and Emory University Hospital, Atlanta, Georgia, Nancy was appointed to the faculty as instructor in psychiatry at Emory University Medical School.  It was at this time she married Dr. Joseph Ward.  Nancy also graduated from New York Medical College, Valhalla, with a graduate degree in psychoanalysis.  She was a Diplomate of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, and Fellow of The American Academy of Psychoanalysis.  In addition to her dedication to her profession, Nancy was an accomplished athlete in swimming and women’s hurling, and while at university she won a ‘blue blazer’ for medals in track and field. Active in several organizations in her community, she was a committed supporter of Riverdale Country School.  Nancy was widely known for her unsurpassed compassion and love for those she touched.  She will be sorely missed. Calling hours at the Fred H. McGrath & Son Funeral Home Bronxville between the hours of 2-4 and 7-9 pm Monday. Mass of Christian Burial St. Joseph’s Church, Bronxville on Tuesday November 27, at 11AM. mcgrathandson.com (914) 337-6770.

WRIGHT, DELPHINE, of Eastchester on Jan. 25, 2008.  Wife of the late William Wright.  Mother of Barbara Cooper, Marilyn Alderman and Sharon Gorbutt.  Grandmother of Geoffrey, Amy, Polly, Donnie, Peter and Billy.  Also surviving are 9 great grandchildren. Calling Hours at The Fred H. McGrath & Son Funeral Home, Bronxville between the hours of  3 to 5 PM Sunday. Graveside service at the Holy Mt. Cemetery, Eastchester, NY on Monday Jan. 28 at 11 AM.